Arlo Washington DC
Washington, DC
Vibe
Restored brownstone entrances and a fireplace lounge give this city-block hotel a historic counterpoint to its twelve-story addition.
“Romanesque rooftop revival”
Historic brick archways meet a twelve-story addition, with penny-tiled bathrooms and custom lighting.
The 1888 Harrison preserves masonry vaults, brownstone entrances, and Washington’s earliest surviving apartment architecture.
ART DC offers indoor and outdoor rooftop lounging; Bodega brings coffee into the lobby.
By Judiciary Square, a short walk from the Metro, Penn Quarter, and Capital One Arena.
Rooms
Historic-wing bedrooms have vaulted ceilings and exposed brick archways, while the minimalist new wing shares walnut flooring and penny-tiled bathrooms.
“rooms in the historic building feature vaulted ceilings and exposed brick walls and archways, while those in the new wing are minimalist in style.”
Wellness
A seasonal outdoor rooftop pool complements the second-floor gym, equipped for cardio and strength training, while complimentary bicycles take exercise into town.
“The new part of the building is sleek and LEED-certified, while the restored structure features exposed brick and vaulted ceilings.”
Backstory
The Harrison once housed a corner drugstore, whose entrance now leads into Bodega, the hotel's lobby café.
Eat & drink
ART DC pairs hand rolls, soba and yakitori with cocktails and sake in an indoor and outdoor rooftop lounge.
The neighborhood
Judiciary Square Metro is four minutes away on foot, with Penn Quarter and Capital One Arena also a short walk away.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.